Operations Mgr II

We’re looking for people who put their innovation to work to advance our success – and their own. Join an organization that ensures a more secure world through connecting and protecting our customers with inventive electrical solutions.WHAT YOU WILL EXPERIENCE IN THIS POSITION:Provide leadership and direction to the process team to meet safety, service, cost, and productivity goals.Lead or participate in cross-functional projects and kaizen events.Ensure data-driven decisions, stable processes, and continuous improvement using lean tools.Foster teamwork, high morale, and effective communication within manufacturing and support groups.Act as a change agent to drive out waste and promote a continuous improvement culture.Develop and implement value stream maps and improvement plans.Oversee daily production activities to meet commitments and drive improvements.Plan and schedule work to optimize resources and meet quality and delivery standards.Ensure strategic plans for talent acquisition, development, and performance management.Maintain open communication with employees and address concerns with HR input.Track performance, implement recovery plans, and update Gemba boards.Recommend and implement changes to improve productivity and support production plans.Manage departmental budget and drive company culture and values.Handle workforce planning, performance management, and employee development.Support new processes and product development.Be highly visible to associates and promote hands-on problem-solving.YOU HAVE:4-year degree in an Engineering or Business-related field.Ideally 5+ years’ experience in manufacturing operations or distribution environment.Ideally 3+ years’ experience in a leadership position.Prior experience in a Lean environment required.Knowledge of process improvement concepts and adaptability to new processes.Effective communication and interpersonal skills.Ability to develop and deliver presentations.Conflict resolution and relationship-building skills.Strong organizational and delegation abilities.Ability to effectively coach and foster staff growth and development.Ability to drive results and adapt to changing business circumstances.Skill to create and implement plans aligned with the business unit’s strategic vision.Ability to adapt to rapidly changing business circumstances; must be able to thrive in a constantly changing business environment.WE HAVE:A dynamic global reach with diverse operations around the world that will stretch your abilities, provide plentiful career opportunities, and allow you to make an impact every daynVent is a leading global provider of electrical connection and protection solutions. We believe our inventive electrical solutions enable safer systems and ensure a more secure world. We design, manufacture, market, install and service high performance products and solutions that connect and protect some of the world's most sensitive equipment, buildings and critical processes. We offer a comprehensive range of systems protection and electrical connections solutions across industry-leading brands that are recognized globally for quality, reliability and innovation.Our principal office is in London and our management office in the United States is in Minneapolis. Our robust portfolio of leading electrical product brands dates back more than 100 years and includes nVent CADDY, ERICO, HOFFMAN, ILSCO, SCHROFF and TRACHTE. Learn more at .Commitment to strengthen communities where our employees live and workWe encourage and support the philanthropic activities of our employees worldwideThrough our nVent in Action matching program, we provide funds to nonprofit and educational organizations where our employees volunteer or donate moneyCore values that shape our culture and drive us to deliver the best for our employees and our customers. We’re known for being:Innovative & adaptableDedicated to absolute integrityFocused on the customer firstRespectful and team orientedOptimistic and energizingAccountable for performanceBenefits to support the lives of our employeesBenefit OverviewAt nVent, we value our people and their health and well-being. We provide a broad benefits package with meaningful programs for eligible full-time employees that includes:Medical, dental, and vision plans along with flexible spending accounts, short-term and long-term disability benefits, critical illness, accident insurance and life insurance.A 401(k) retirement plan and an employee stock purchase plan — both include a company match.Other supplemental benefits may include tuition reimbursement, caregiver, personal and parental leave, back-up care services, paid time off including volunteer time, a well-being program, and/or legal & identity theft protection.At nVent, we connect and protect our customers with inventive electrical solutions. People are our most valuable asset. Inclusion and diversity means that we celebrate and encourage each other’s authenticity because we understand that uniqueness sparks growth.#LI-AM1#LI-OnsiteSummaryLocation: Solon, OH, USType: Full time